Make this holiday season extra special by creating your own Christmas cards! These easy DIY Christmas card ideas are perfect for crafting with kids and make heartfelt gifts for grandparents, teachers, neighbors, and more.
1. Christmas Lights
This fun and easy craft is perfect for kids of all ages and makes a heartfelt keepsake for family and friends. Using just a few simple supplies, you can create a unique and personalized card featuring a festive string of fingerprint Christmas lights. Let’s get started!
Supplies
- White cardstock or blank greeting cards
- Washable paint (red, green, blue, yellow, pink, etc.)
- Black marker or black paint with a fine brush
- Small paintbrush or cotton swab (optional for touch-ups)
- Paper towels or wipes for easy cleanup
Instructions
- Begin by folding a sheet of white paper in half. Lay it flat on a protected surface.
- Use a black marker or paint to draw a curvy line on the front of the card. Make small rectangle shapes along the line to look like holiday lights.
- Dip your finger in paint and press it above each light to make colorful lights. and allow to dry.
- Use a marker to add small details. Write a nice message inside the card. Let it dry before giving it to someone or displaying it for the holidays.
Tips & Variations
-Use glitter glue or metallic pens to add extra sparkle to the lights.
-Make a whole set of cards to share with teachers, family members, and friends.
-Instead of lights, try making fingerprint Christmas trees or snowmen for a fun variation!
2.DIY Pom-Pom Reindeer Christmas Card
Looking for a fun and festive way to spread holiday cheer? This DIY Pom-Pom Reindeer Christmas Card is an adorable craft that kids and adults alike will love! With just a few simple supplies, you can create a handmade card that will bring smiles to your loved ones this Christmas.
Supplies
- White cardstock or thick paper
- Brown construction paper (for the reindeer face and antlers)
- Small pom-poms in various colors (red, green, yellow, pink, purple, etc.)
- Googly eyes
- Glue stick or craft glue
- Black marker or pen
- Scissors
Instructions
- Fold a white sheet of paper in half. If you want, use a black marker to make a pretty border around the edges.
- To make the reindeer’s head, use brown paper to cut out an oval shape. Then, cut out two ear shapes and glue them behind the head.
- Next, glue the reindeer’s head onto the upper middle of the card. Leave some space below for a greeting.
- Add two googly eyes and a red pom-pom for Rudolph’s nose.
- For the antlers, cut out two shapes from brown paper and glue them on top of the head. Then, glue small pom-poms on the antlers to look like Christmas lights.
- Write “MERRY CHRISTMAS” at the bottom of the card with a black marker. You can also write a special message inside.
3. DIY Festive Christmas Tree Card
Whether you’re making this card for a loved one or as a fun holiday activity, this card will surely bring festive joy!
Supplies
- Black cardstock or construction paper (for the card base)
- Green glitter paper (for the tree)
- Colored foam sheets or construction paper (red, yellow, and green for tree decorations)
- Small pom-poms or craft beads
- Silver or white star stickers (or glitter paper for the star)
- Brown construction paper (for the tree trunk)
- Glue stick or craft glue
- Scissors
Instructions
- Start by folding a sheet of black paper in half. This will make the colors pop!
- Next, cut a triangle shape out of green glitter paper to make a tree. Glue a rectangle below the tree for the trunk.
- Now, cut strips out of red, yellow, and green paper. Glue them across the tree like garlands.
- Use small pom-poms or beads to make ornaments on the tree.
- At the top of the tree, add a silver or white star sticker or make one out of glitter paper. You can also add small star shapes around the card for a magical night sky.
- Inside the card, write a heartfelt Christmas message. Get creative and add your own touches like drawing snowflakes or adding glitter for extra sparkle!
